A pioneering project starting this month in Wigan Borough will see – for the first time in the North West – two essential utility upgrades combined into one coordinated programme of roadworks.
13 February 2026
Gas pipes, which were originally installed during post-WWI recovery, are being replaced in Boston by engineers from Cadent – the UKs largest gas distribution network.
11 February 2026
Cadent confirms engineering work on the Flixton Road scheme has been completed, moving the project into reinstatement.
10 February 2026
Starting on Sunday 15 February, engineers from Cadent will start work to replace 750 metres of metallic gas pipes with tough new pipes which will last for decades
10 February 2026
Starting on Monday 16 February, engineers from Cadent – the UKs largest gas distribution network – will start work to replace 2000 metres of metallic gas pipes.
07 February 2026
Our gas emergency engineers are dealing with a gas escape on Whitehall opposite Horse Guards Avenue today
04 February 2026
Some of the pipes in Wirral are over 100 years old and need to be replaced so that they can continue to be used safely.
02 February 2026